File Extension Database

Open AMP File

Amp (.amp) files come in various file formats, each with its own specifications and diverse uses. These different file formats cater to several industries, including the audio-visual field and the computer programming scene, which utilize the .amp file extension for various purposes. Understanding these formats, including how to open and use them, is important for anyone dealing with such files regularly.

AMP File in Google Amp Project

The Google Accelerated Mobile Pages (AMP) project is an open-source initiative that aims to make mobile web content faster and more efficient. Websites that use this technology have a .amp.html extension to their pages. If you encounter such a file, you can open and view it using any standard web browser. For more information about the Google AMP project, please read about it here.

AMP File in Altova XMLSpy Project

.amp files are also used as project files in Altova XMLSpy. XMLSpy is a professional application used to edit, model, debug, and convert XML-related technologies. The .amp files consist of XML schemas, transformation settings, and other XML data. To open this type of file, you need the XMLSpy software; more information is found here.

AMP File as Photoshop Arbitrary Map Settings

In graphics design, .amp is used as the file extension for the Photoshop Arbitrary Map Settings. These files help control the distribution of color saturation and color density in an image. Opening this type of file requires you to use Adobe Photoshop. Learn more about these settings here.

AMP File as Animation:Master Project

Animation:Master, a 3D graphics software, uses .amp files as projects. The .amp file contains animations, models, light settings, texture property settings, among others. Opening this type of file requires the Animation:Master software, which you may learn more about here.

AMP File as AMPD Plugin Archive

Another meaning of .amp is in Velocity's AMPD plugin archive where it stores a collection of plugin modules for the AMPD software suite, which is a Deception as a Service (DaaS) solution for network and system security. To use this type of file, you'll need the AMPD software suite. Check out what they offer here.

AMP File Important Information

While .amp files offer a range of possibilities in diverse industries, it's important to understand both their uses and how to handle them. As shown, .amp files are closely associated with proprietary software. Therefore, before manipulations such as opening, editing, or converting these files, ensure that you are using the correct programs and software related to the specific .amp file type. Mismanaging these files could potentially lead to data corruption or loss.

Typical AMP application file locations:

C:\Program Files (x86)\Adobe\Photoshop Elements 7.0\PhotoshopelementsEditor.exe
"C:\Program Files\Adobe\Adobe Photoshop CS4 (64 Bit)\Photoshop.exe" "%1"

Frequently used application names to open AMP files:

Adobe
Adobe - Adobe Photoshop CS4 (64 Bit)

Frequently associated Windows objects:

Photoshop.ArbitraryMapFile

How Can I Open AMP File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open AMP file is to find a AMP file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a AMP file is not opened in an application and you instead get a "Windows can't open a file" error message you should try looking for an application which can open the file in question.
If you know the application which can open AMP file then run it and see if there is a File->Open main menu option in the application.
If you don't know the application which function as AMP file opener then try to search online for "AMP viewer", "application to open AMP file" or "open AMP file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open AMP file

How Can I Open AMP File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a AMP file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a AMP file is not opened in a Mac OS application and you instead get a "There is no application set to open the file" error message you can click on "Search App Store" in the error dialog and Mac OS will show you applications compatible with AMP file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as AMP file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open AMP file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open AMP file then try to search for "AMP viewer", "application to open AMP file" or "read AMP file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read AMP file

How Can I Open AMP File on Android

If you downloaded a AMP file on Android device you can open it by following steps below:

In the Android apps list on your Android device find "My Files" or "File manager" app and tap to start it.
Tap on "Downloads" folder inside the app.
You should see your downloaded AMP file in that folder.
Tap on the file. If Android device supports opening the file you downloaded it will open in the corresponding app.
If file does not open you can look for the corresponding app that can open the file by searching Android App Store for the "AMP".
If you cannot open the file with the apps from Android App Store it is possible that the file could only be opened on desktop platforms such as Windows or Mac OS. Try searching for "AMP viewer", "AMP file reader" online and see if any desktop applications can open it.
It is also possible that the file you downloaded is outdated and is no longer supported.

How to Open AMP File on iPhone or iPad

To open AMP File on iOS device follow steps below:

We advies to open Files app on your iPhone or iPad device. You can find it by swiping down on the home screen and typing "Files" in the search bar.
Tap on the Downloads folder on the Files app home screen.
You will see all files that you recently downloaded. Tap on the AMP file to view it.
If you have the right app that can open it it will automatically launch and open your file.
If you don't have the app which can open it you need to serch Apple app store for "AMP". This way you can find apps which can open AMP files.
If this doesn't help it is possible that your file could be opened only by the desktop application. To find an app which can open it on desktop look for "AMP viewer" or "AMP file" online in your favorite search engine.

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